2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (222 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 727 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mondeo | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2881 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.5 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
